HIGH-RISK PRACTICE AREAS
NPs working in the ED should have the necessary
skill, knowledge, and training to provide emergency
care to patients of all ages and at various levels of need
for medical services consistent with services offered
by the hospital. However, certain patient care areas
are higher risk than others, and merit additional
clinical supervision and possibly supplementary
training, clinical experience, and continuing education.
NPs should be aware of these areas, which are
described in what follows.